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University of Sussex

Brighton | South East England

PoliticalDiverse local nightlifeCityCampusBy the sea

Ucas code: S90

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Sussex is a small campus uni set in the beautiful South Downs, right on the doorstep of the vibrant seaside resort of Brighton. You can study on the beach or just soak up the sun on campus, but hold on to your ice-cream because the seagulls are infamously cheeky! Did you know our pirate society was recently listed as one of the 10 weirdest societies in the country?
Source:University of Sussex Students' Union

Many jobs are available in both Brighton and on campus with the student union. Rent is in line with the cost of Brighton, but food on campus is expensive with only a co op. Buses and trains from the centre of town are fairly cheap and convenient. Student pubs like East Slope are definitely an economically viable means of getting smashed. I wish the union shop had been better publicised.

the catering facilitites are over priced, there is plenty of catering jobs in brighton. the train to brighton will cost about 20 per week. reading materials will cost about 60 pounds a term and printing costs about 5 pounds per week.

Facilities

The library is quite big and recently renovated with a book shop, cafe and plenty of computer areas. The labs are modern and well equipped. There are two sports buildings, one a large sports hall and the other a well equipped gym. There is also plenty of outside space and pitches.

The upside

Professors more helpful than expected. Great job on getting personalised help. Organising activities to get students together. Helping students with aspects other than academia, e.g. finding a house in second year, providing legal help with that, 24/7 on-campus security

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